Social Justice

I Am a Mother, So I Cannot Sit This One Out

Tonight, when the Democratic National Convention feed switched to Sally Yates, it was a sobering moment. We have endured so…

5 years ago

Democratic National Convention Day 1 – Texas Reacts

The 2020 Democratic National Convention kicked off this week with a virtual format and speeches from Democrats (and some Republicans)…

5 years ago

We The People Will Not Throw Away Our Shot

Much like the hit musical Hamilton states, “(We) are not throwing away (our) shot.” We the People will not and cannot throw…

5 years ago

Texas Women Lead the Charge for the 19th Ratification and We Can Do It Again

In the midst of one of the most important election cycles in generations, Texas needs to be reminded that we…

5 years ago

Texas Economist Predicts Huge Economic Benefits to Passing Comprehensive Non-Discrimination Act

Texas economist, Dr. Ray Perryman, estimates a statewide LGBTQ+ inclusive non-discrimination act would provide Texas massive economic gains.  https://twitter.com/TXCompetes/status/1265694690508189696 “Texas…

5 years ago

The World Has Its Eyes on Texas

Pvt. Mejhor Morta is the third Fort Hood solider to be found this summer. Texas Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia called for…

5 years ago

Black Texas Chiefs of Staff Leading the Charge

“Texas must be made equitable for everyone. There should no longer be a delay in justice and reform. Texas must…

5 years ago

United States Supreme Court Protects LGBTQ+ Workers, Will Texas Follow Suit?

The Supreme Court ruled today that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act protects LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and…

5 years ago

DACA: It’s Time to Celebrate!

You’ve probably heard the news. The Supreme Court just ruled in favor of DACA recipients and against the Trump administration’s…

5 years ago

Three Signs of Hope From an Unlikely Source

So much of the country still just thinks of moments like this when they think of our state. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMp3cNC9FVMBut if…

5 years ago